Mid-Century Cha Tansu Cabinet, Japan, 1890s

Description

Beautiful vintage Cha Tansu or Japanese tea cabinet. This tea cabinet features five drawers and two storage compartments with sliding … more Beautiful vintage Cha Tansu or Japanese tea cabinet. This tea cabinet features five drawers and two storage compartments with sliding doors, one of which has a removable panel.

The cabinet is finished with stunning dark-grained Tochinoki veneer (Horse chestnuts).

There is also an open 'display' section with a level difference, perfect for showcasing objects.

A unique interior piece that will bring an authentic Japanese atmosphere to your home, dating back to the 1930s.

This cabinet is an impressive example of Japanese craftsmanship.

Pay special attention to the wooden joints where no nails or screws are used, and the fine finish with beautifully grained veneer.

Dimensions: height 84 cm, width 75 cm, depth 31 cm.

The cabinet is in good condition, showing normal signs of use.

Cha Tansu, also known as Chabitsu or Chagama Tansu, is specially designed for storing and displaying tea utensils used in the Japanese tea ceremony. "Cha" refers to tea, and "Tansu" means chest or storage. less